KA LOGISTICS INC
USDOT 1718638 • 650 E 107TH STREET SUITE 120, BOLINGBROOK, IL, 60440
Overview
Company profile from FMCSA Census File
Authority & Insurance
Operating authority, insurance filings, and BOC-3 status
Operating Authority
| Authority Type | Docket # | Status | Original Date | Final Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Common Carrier | MC-630237 | ACTIVE | Unknown | Feb 17, 2026 |
Active Insurance (2)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HIGHLANDER SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | DC910130-00 | ON FILE | Sep 18, 2025 | Feb 20, 2026 |
| NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | CARGO | WN002211 | ON FILE | Feb 20, 2009 | Mar 24, 2011 |
Insurance History (9 canceled/expired)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HIGHLANDER SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | DC910130-00 | CANCELLED | Feb 20, 2025 | Oct 22, 2025 |
| HIGHLANDER SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | DC910130-00 | REPLACED | Feb 20, 2025 | Sep 18, 2025 |
| CAROLINA CASUALTY INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | 2600068 | CANCELLED | Feb 20, 2021 | Feb 20, 2025 |
| SENTRY SELECT INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | A0051526001 | REPLACED | Feb 20, 2016 | Feb 20, 2021 |
| NEW YORK MARINE & GENERAL INS. CO. | BIPD/Primary | PK2015MCA00065 | CANCELLED | Feb 20, 2015 | Feb 20, 2016 |
| NEW YORK MARINE & GENERAL INS. CO. | BIPD/Primary | PK2014MCA00065 | REPLACED | Feb 20, 2014 | Feb 20, 2015 |
| NEW YORK MARINE & GENERAL INS. CO. | BIPD/Primary | PK2013MCA00065 | REPLACED | Feb 20, 2013 | Feb 20, 2014 |
| NEW YORK MARINE & GENERAL INS. CO. | BIPD/Primary | PK2012MCA00065 | REPLACED | Feb 20, 2012 | Feb 20, 2013 |
| NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | WN002211 | REPLACED | Feb 20, 2009 | Feb 20, 2012 |
Insurance Events Timeline
| Event | Insurer | Policy # | Type | Event Date | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CANCEL | HIGHLANDER SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | DC910130-00 | BIPD/Primary | Feb 20, 2026 | Feb 20, 2026 |
| TERM/CANCL | HIGHLANDER SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | DC910130-00 | BIPD/Primary | Oct 22, 2025 | Oct 22, 2025 |
| TERM/REPL | HIGHLANDER SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | DC910130-00 | BIPD/Primary | Sep 18, 2025 | Sep 18, 2025 |
| CANCEL | CAROLINA CASUALTY INSURANCE CO. | 2600068 | BIPD/Primary | Feb 20, 2025 | Feb 20, 2025 |
| TERM/REPL | SENTRY SELECT INSURANCE COMPANY | A0051526001 | BIPD/Primary | Feb 20, 2021 | Feb 20, 2021 |
| CANCEL | NEW YORK MARINE & GENERAL INS. CO. | PK2015MCA00065 | BIPD/Primary | Feb 20, 2016 | Feb 20, 2016 |
| TERM/REPL | NEW YORK MARINE & GENERAL INS. CO. | PK2014MCA00065 | BIPD/Primary | Feb 20, 2015 | Feb 20, 2015 |
| TERM/REPL | NEW YORK MARINE & GENERAL INS. CO. | PK2013MCA00065 | BIPD/Primary | Feb 20, 2014 | Feb 20, 2014 |
| TERM/REPL | NEW YORK MARINE & GENERAL INS. CO. | PK2012MCA00065 | BIPD/Primary | Feb 20, 2013 | Feb 20, 2013 |
| TERM/REPL | NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | WN002211 | BIPD/Primary | Feb 20, 2012 | Feb 20, 2012 |
| CANCEL | NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | WN002211 | CARGO | Mar 24, 2011 | Mar 24, 2011 |
Authority Action History (6 events)
| Docket | Authority Type | Original Action | Served Date | Disposition | Decided Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MC630237 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Jan 26, 2026 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Feb 17, 2026 |
| MC630237 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Jan 24, 2025 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Feb 20, 2025 |
| MC630237 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Jan 25, 2016 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Feb 12, 2016 |
| MC630237 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Feb 25, 2011 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Mar 21, 2011 |
| MC630237 | MOTOR PROPERTY COMMON CARRIER | GRANTED | Feb 26, 2009 | — | Unknown |
| MC630237 | MOTOR PROPERTY COMMON CARRIER | DISMISSED | Jan 25, 2008 | — | Unknown |
Safety & Inspections
SMS BASIC scores, inspection history, and out-of-service rates
SMS BASIC Scores
Higher percentile = worse safety performance relative to peers. Scores at or above 75% trigger FMCSA alerts.
Inspection Activity (24 months)
Monthly inspection counts with OOS months highlighted. Hover bars for details.
Inspection Activity Map
31 states • 225 inspections
Violation Summary (97 violations from latest 100 of 225 inspections)
| Code | Description | # Violations | # OOS | Severity Wt | BASIC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FMCSR:395.8E-HOSPD | False record of duty status | 4 | 1 | 10 | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLS2 | Speeding 6-10 mph over limit | 4 | 0 | 5 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLEWA1 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 4 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.75A3-TAOLTIS | Tires - All others leaking in tread area and inflation less than 50% of the maximum inflation pressure on tire equipped with ATIS | 3 | 3 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLLR | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 3 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLS4 | Speeding 15+ mph over limit | 3 | 0 | 10 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLS1 | Speeding 1-5 mph over limit | 3 | 0 | 3 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:395.22G | Portable ELD not mounted in a fixed position and visible to driver | 3 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:392.16-D | Failing to use seat belt (49 CFR) | 2 | 0 | 3 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLTCD | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 2 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLFC | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 2 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLUP | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 2 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:395.24 | HOS (ELD) - ELD Form and Manner | 2 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:392.4A-DOSU | Use of drugs | 2 | 2 | 10 | Controlled Substances/Alcohol |
| FMCSR:392.22A-D | Emergency warning devices not displayed | 2 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.22B-DFPWD | Driver - Failed to place warning devices on the road surface | 2 | 0 | — | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.75A3-TAOL | Tires - All others leaking or inflation less than 50% of the maximum inflation pressure on tire not equipped with ATIS | 2 | 2 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.75A1-TEPBM | Tires - All others - Exposed ply or belt material in tread or sidewall area | 2 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LSLIWR | Inoperable required lamps | 2 | 1 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLTL | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 2 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2C | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 2 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.48A | Inoperative/defective brakes | 2 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.3A2-HOSPD | HOS (Property) - Driving beyond the 14 hour after coming on duty following 10 consecutive hours off duty during the current 8 consecutive day period. Date and Tim | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.95A1 | Emergency Equipment - Fire Extinguishers - no fire extinguisher present or not properly rated. | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45D-B | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.23-LEU | Lighting - All electrical systems on towed vehicle(s) inoperative due to no electrical connection (e.g. unplugged or loose pigtail) | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLEWA2 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.75A3-TFL | Tires - Front leaking or inflation 50% or less than of the maximum inflation pressure | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.11A1-LHLM | Lighting devices/reflectors | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.203C-CBP | Cab and Body Parts - Hood not securely fastened | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.207A-SAPPAS | Suspension defective | 1 | 1 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.203B-CBP | Cab and Body Parts - Cab/body mounts loose/broken/missing | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.7A-UOC | Unsafe operations - general | 1 | 1 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.100B-C | Cargo securement - aggregate working load | 1 | 1 | 6 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.22G-ELDMFV | HOS (ELD) - A portable ELD is not mounted in a fixed position and visible to the driver when seated in the normal driving position. | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:383.51A-SOUT | CDL disqualification - major offense | 1 | 1 | 10 | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:395.24C2III-ELDSDN | HOS (ELD) - Driver failing to manually input or verify shipping document number. | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:395.3B2-HOSPRNC | Driving after 70 hours on duty in a 8 day period at time of inspection. (Property carrying vehicle) - Nominal Violation | 1 | 1 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:392.4A-DOSP | Use of drugs | 1 | 1 | 10 | Controlled Substances/Alcohol |
| FMCSR:393.75G-TAOW | Tires - All others weight carried exceeds tire load limit | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.205C | Wheel fasteners loose and/or missing | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:391.11B2-Q | Driver cannot satisfy the English language proficiency requirements of 391.11(b)(2) as per FMCSA Enforcement Guidance Memo MC-SEE-2025-0001. Driver failed the I | 1 | 1 | — | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLS3 | Speeding 11-14 mph over limit | 1 | 0 | 7 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:395.22H4-ELDBRODS | HOS (ELD) - In-Vehicle Information - Failing to have a supply of blank driver's records of duty status graph-grids sufficient to record the driver's duty status a | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.75B-TF | Tire tread depth insufficient (steer) | 1 | 1 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.55E-B | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLL | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.47E | Slack adjuster defective | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.53B-B | Steering system components worn | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.8F01 | Drivers record of duty status not current | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLMF | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:395.30B1 | Driver failed to certify the accuracy of the information gathered by the ELD | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:395.24C2II-ELDTN | HOS (ELD) - Driver failing to manually input or verify CMV trailer number. | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:395.8F12 | 395.8F12 | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:392.2 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.9H | Inoperable head lamps | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9TS | Inoperative turn signal | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.95A | Emergency equipment - fire extinguisher missing/defective | 1 | 0 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45D | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 1 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLIFTA | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2LV | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.205A | Wheel/rim defective | 1 | 1 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.75A3 | Tire-flat and/or audible air leak | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.3A1B | Brakes (general) Explain: | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
Peer Context
This carrier vs national averages. Lower is better for all metrics.
National averages: vehicle OOS 23.4%, driver OOS 6.7%, violations per inspection ~1.8. Based on FMCSA MCSAP program data.
Inspection History (225 inspections)
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Inspection analytics
Monthly cadence, frequent stations, and violation mix
Inspections per month (24 mo)
Most frequent inspection stations
Violations by BASIC category
Recent Crashes
25 crash records from FMCSA Crash File
Crash History (25 records)
| Date | State | Severity | Fatalities | Injuries | City | Location | VIN | Carrier Name at Crash |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 20, 2026 | IA | TOW | 0 | 0 | No city county crash | US 52 N | ...NW9604 | KA LOGISTICS INC |
| Dec 9, 2025 | ND | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | 0094 | ...WP1403 | KA LOGISTICS KA LOGISTICS |
| Jul 7, 2025 | TX | INJURY | 0 | 1 | ARLINGTON | N 100 GREAT SOUTHWEST PKWY | ...MP9115 | KA LOGISTICS INC |
| Jun 5, 2025 | MI | TOW | 0 | 0 | HAZEL PARK | N I 75 | ...KN7078 | KA LOGISTICS INC |
| May 17, 2025 | AL | INJURY | 0 | 1 | RURAL BALDWIN | I-10 | ...VY7607 | KA LOGISTICS INC |
| May 1, 2025 | IN | TOW | 0 | 0 | EVANSVILLE | US HWY 41 N | ...VY7614 | KA LOGISTICS INC |
| Oct 9, 2024 | IL | INJURY | 0 | 1 | THORNTON TWP | I-294 NB | ...MX3683 | KA LOGISTICS INC |
| Oct 3, 2024 | MO | INJURY | 0 | 1 | NON-CITY OR UNINCORPORATE | US 50 | ...JN1555 | KA LOGISTICS INC |
| Apr 5, 2024 | OK | TOW | 0 | 0 | OKLAHOMA CITY | 9440 S I-35 SERVICE RD | ...096081 | KA LOGISTICS INC |
| Feb 16, 2024 | IL | TOW | 0 | 0 | GILMAN | 24 | ...LR5310 | KA LOGISTICS INC |
| Jan 22, 2024 | TX | TOW | 0 | 0 | NOT LISTED | 32102 US 290 | ...MR8210 | KA LOGISTICS INC |
| Jan 8, 2024 | GA | INJURY | 0 | 6 | SOUTH FULTON | FULTON INDUSTRIAL BLVD SW AT COMMERCE DR | ...MR8212 | KA LOGISTICS INC |
| Jul 21, 2023 | OH | TOW | 0 | 0 | STREETSBORO | IR 80 | ...KD9838 | KA LOGISTICS INC |
| Jul 3, 2023 | VA | TOW | 0 | 0 | FRONT ROYAL | WINNERS ROAD | ...JT7757 | KA LOGISTICS INC |
| Jun 5, 2023 | KY | TOW | 0 | 0 | MOUNT VERNON | I 0075 | ...KX7036 | KA LOGISTICS INC |
| Dec 22, 2022 | IA | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | I-80 EB 51MM | ...KL1240 | KA LOGISTICS INC |
| Mar 18, 2022 | NC | INJURY | 0 | 1 | MOORESVILLE | 21 | ...LL9956 | KA LOGISTICS INC |
| Oct 22, 2021 | TX | TOW | 0 | 0 | DALLAS | W 400 LEDBETTER DR | ...938447 | KA LOGISTICS INC |
| Sep 10, 2021 | MO | INJURY | 0 | 1 | WENTZVILLE | IS 70 | ...LL9955 | KA LOGISTICS INC |
| Aug 28, 2021 | OK | TOW | 0 | 0 | WYNNEWOOD | I-35 | ...KD9838 | KA LOGISTICS INC |
| May 28, 2021 | PA | INJURY | 0 | 1 | EAST PROVIDENCE TOWNSHIP | INTERSTATE 6000 E | ...KD9837 | KA LOGISTICS INC |
| Jan 27, 2021 | WV | INJURY | 0 | 1 | BLUEFIELD | I-77 MP 4.60 | ...KL1242 | KA LOGISTICS INC |
| Jan 1, 2021 | MO | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Jan 4, 2020 | WY | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Feb 24, 2019 | WY | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
Compliance Timeline
37 events merged from authority, insurance, enforcement, OOS, crash, MCS-150, and safety rating records
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